Military Correspondent (Israel)

Jewish News Syndicate; United States; Remote; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish News Syndicate is seeking an experienced Military Correspondent to cover Israel’s defense establishment, military operations, security policies, and conflict zones in a fully remote role open to anyone in Israel. You will report on IDF operations, develop trusted sources, and produce timely, in-depth coverage across daily and long-form formats.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of defense reporting, strong knowledge of Israeli military structure, and excellent English writing with Hebrew

Qualifications

• 3+ years of defense or conflict reporting, preferably in Israel.
• Strong familiarity with Israeli military structure, security doctrines, and regional threats.
• Excellent reporting, writing, and analytical skills under deadline pressure.
• Fluency in English; high proficiency of Hebrew required.
• Ability to cultivate trusted sources across defense and security sectors.
• Comfort working in high-risk or rapidly evolving environments.
• Available for travel, including to front lines or operational zones when safe and appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Report on IDF operations, strategy, and policy, including ground, air, cyber, and intelligence activity.
• Cover breaking news involving military escalations, cross-border attacks, ceasefires, and counterterrorism actions.
• Develop sources within the IDF, Ministry of Defense, security services, and intelligence community.
• Monitor official statements, military briefings, and international defense reports.
• Produce sharp daily news stories, long-form features, and analysis that contextualizes Israel’s military posture.
• Work closely with diplomatic and political correspondents to connect military developments with policy and foreign relations.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, security sensitivity, and journalistic ethics.

Skills

Defense reporting

Source development

Deadline journalism

English fluency

Hebrew proficiency

Job description

Location: Israel (Remote position)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), the fastest-growing news agency covering Israel and the Jewish world, is seeking an experienced, well-sourced Military Correspondent to cover Israel’s defense establishment, military operations, security policies, and conflict zones. Working in the Editorial Team, this is a fully remote role open to anyone in Israel.

This role requires deep knowledge of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), regional military dynamics, and the broader geopolitical context shaping national security. The correspondent will provide fast, accurate, and in-depth coverage of military activity, including Gaza, Judea and Samaria, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran-related developments.

What You'll Do:

• Report on IDF operations, strategy, and policy, including ground, air, cyber, and intelligence activity.
• Cover breaking news involving military escalations, cross-border attacks, ceasefires, and counterterrorism actions.
• Develop sources within the IDF, Ministry of Defense, security services, and intelligence community.
• Monitor official statements, military briefings, and international defense reports.
• Produce sharp daily news stories, long-form features, and analysis that contextualizes Israel’s military posture.
• Work closely with diplomatic and political correspondents to connect military developments with policy and foreign relations.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, security sensitivity, and journalistic ethics.

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in defense or conflict reporting, preferably in Israel.
• Strong familiarity with Israeli military structure, security doctrines, and regional threats.
• Excellent reporting, writing, and analytical skills under deadline pressure.
• Fluency in English; high proficiency of Hebrew required.
• Ability to cultivate trusted sources across defense and security sectors.
• Comfort working in high-risk or rapidly evolving environments.
• Available for travel, including to front lines or operational zones when safe and appropriate.